The public sector is the supply chain’s final frontier but managers are beginning to face up to the task of reform. The stakes are high, but so are the possible gains.
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Two new Wave work assist vehicles from Crown have brought about safer, more productive order picking routines for staff at the Warrington warehouse complex of Weldspares-OKI, the welding equipment and tools supplier.
Celsius First, formerly Frigoscandia Distribution, has opened a new 8,000-pallet extension at its primary distribution facility at Portbury, Bristol. Built by construction company Bluestone, the extension was opened ahead of schedule following a 33-week b
Supply chain logistics provider Exel is trialling radio frequency identification (RFID) for retailer Selfridges from its Hams Hall national distribution centre (NDC) in the West Midlands.
Belkin Components, which makes peripherals and connectivity solutions for computer and consumer electronic users, is using two high-lift Jungheinrich reach trucks which feature cameras and TV monitors at its European headquarters and distribution centre
Since its management buy out in 1999, Adams Childrenswear has been experiencing dynamic growth and success. Yet the main distribution centre is 14 years old and had previously been a labour intensive operation that would not meet future plans.
International Business Systems (IBS) has signed a global agreement with SKF covering the IBS’ software, hosting and services for supplier collaboration on the WEB EDI solution within Purchasing and Planning.
Unifix, which supplies fixings and fasteners, power tools and accessories direct to professional builders worldwide, has worked closely with Axiom GB in developing an integrated order picking system.
Leather garment manufacturer A&D Hope, of Borehamwood, is now able to hold the necessary stock that it requires to meet the continuing growth in demand for its products from retailers throughout the South-east.
A set of industry standard operating rules and deployment solutions for eAuction conduct has been launched by e-Three, a company dedicated to providing comprehensive eAuction training and support.
